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The NGC Column Switching Valve 10 ml enables connection of up to five columns, enabling quick and easy column scouting without the need to re-plumb the system.

This valve has an internal bypass mode that enables buffers to bypass the connected columns when priming or cleaning the system. The valve also has the ability to reverse the flow, which is ideal for column cleaning and certain applications.

The column switching valve has one inlet port, one outlet port, and five pairs of column connection ports. The column position can be changed manually or automatically within ChromLab™ Software.

The column switching valve has integrated pressure sensors that measure pre- and delta- column pressures. This protects columns and media from overpressure by triggering the pumps to stop or slow down.

Features and Benefits of the NGC Chromatography Column Switching Valve Module

Features one inlet port, one outlet port, and five pairs of column connection ports

Allows column position to be changed manually or automatically

Includes integrated pressure sensors that protect the columns and media from overpressure

Enables connection of up to five columns, enabling quick and easy column scouting without the need to re-plumb the system.

Up to 3 column switching valves can be used, allowing up to 15 columns to be connected